Temporary Environment Control Officer (12392)

Algoma Steel Inc.; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined contribution pension plan

Job summary

Algoma Steel Inc. in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, is seeking an Environmental Officer to support legacy environmental actions and monitoring programs.

You will aid in soil, groundwater and sediment monitoring, site assessments, and regulatory compliance across our on-site operations. The role requires a BSc in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent, with 3–5 years in water quality monitoring and strong knowledge of environmental laws.

Qualifications

• Must have a BSc in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent.
• 3–5 years experience in soil and groundwater water quality monitoring and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, and government processes.
• Proficiency in Excel and ISO 14001 expertise.

Responsibilities

• Environmental Officer responsible for supporting the Legacy Environmental Action Plan.
• Develop and implement long-term monitoring plans for soil, groundwater and sediment.
• Assist with environmental site assessments and risk management.
• Monitor industrial effluent quality and waste management compliance.
• Prepare Applications for Environmental Compliance Approvals and assist with ISO 14001 awareness.

Skills

Environmental regulatory knowledge

Soil & groundwater monitoring

Analytical thinking

Education

BSc in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent education and experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Algoma Steel is a leading Canadian electric arc steelmaker producing high-quality steel plate and sheet products, proudly supporting critical sectors including energy, defense, automotive, shipbuilding, and infrastructure. Guided by our purpose to build better lives and a greener future, Algoma is shaping the next generation of sustainable steelmaking in Canada. Powered by Ontario’s clean electricity grid, our operations represent one of the largest industrial decarbonization initiatives in North America and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 70%.

At Algoma, our transformation is driven by our people. Guided by our core values - safety, teamwork, integrity, and caring - we offer meaningful careers where employees can contribute to critical industries while growing their skills and experience. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of expertise, you’ll be part of a company investing in its future, strengthening Canada’s domestic supply chain, and making a lasting impact.

A Place to Call Home

Algoma Steel takes great pride in preserving the high quality of life offered by the Sault - a vibrant and beautiful city that’s surrounded by stunning natural scenery. With its affordable housing, impressive work/life balance, and lack of commute times, it’s the perfect place to raise a family and call home.

For more information on living and working in Sault Ste. Marie, visit https://welcometossm.com .

Accountabilities

• Environmental Officer accountable for assisting with the Legacy Environmental Action Plan
• Assist with the development and implementation of a long term monitoring plan for soil, groundwater and sediment
• Assist with the development and implementation of focused environmental site assessments
• Assist with the development and implementation of risk management, mitigation or remediation measures to prevent or reduce the risk of an off-site discharge
• Accountable to assist with monitoring and reporting of industrial effluent quality and waste management.
• Specifically: Federal and Provincial Water Quality Guidelines and Standards, MISA, O.Reg. 214/95, Permits to Take Water, 102/94, 103/94, 347/90, HWIN, PCB’s, TDG, WHMIS.
• Understand operational facilities, their environmental impacts and applicable legislation.
• Accountable for effective and accurate monitoring and reporting of substance releases to senior management and government agencies.
• Monitor compliance with Federal and Provincial legislation and Environmental Compliance Approvals and provide guidance to operating departments to meet acceptable standards.
• Provide periodic assistance in environmental laboratory as required.
• Develop bid specifications and manage purchase orders with external vendors.
• Work with government agencies, contract labs, consultants, contractors and the public.
• Plan appropriate monitoring programs and ensure timely sample collection and analysis.
• Select, maintain and operate various substance monitoring and sample collection equipment.
• Monitor substance release activities to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to standard practices.
• Determine appropriate disposal methods for waste materials.
• Generate responses to government and public inquiries.
• Prepare applications for Environmental Compliance Approvals
• Assist, review and collaborate with the development and maintenance of ISO 14001 awareness, compliance and training for employees plant-wide.
• Ensure that procedures and practices are developed, implemented and monitored to support various pollution control and environmental management programs

Qualifications

• Must have BSc in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent education and experience.
• Preferred 3-5 years experience in soil and groundwater water and industrial water quality monitoring and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Environmental laws, regulations and government processes
• Chemistry, science and math
• Computer applications and spreadsheets
• ISO 14001
• Proficient in the use of Excel.
• Previous experience in a steel mill / industrial environment an asset.
• High degree of organizational skills with attention to detail.

This posting is for an existing salaried union (2724) vacancy that is located on-site in Sault Ste. Marie.

The monthly salary range for this position is $7,494.91 - $9,368.64, commensurate with education and experience. In addition to a competitive salary, Algoma Steel offers a profit sharing plan, a comprehensive benefits package, and a defined contribution pension plan.

To learn more about our company, please visit www.algoma.com.

Algoma Steel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodation is available for applicants with a disability upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.